Soft2Bet said it is seeking regulatory approval to operate a consumer-facing online gaming platform and provide business-to-business services in Alberta. The company described the province as its next planned market entry as Alberta prepares to launch regulated commercial iGaming later in 2026.
The application could bring both an online operator and a service provider into Alberta's planned market.
| Date | Company | Amount | Story | Appeal status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soft2Bet, ToonieBet | Not stated | Soft2Bet plans Alberta ToonieBet entry pending regulatory approval | Not stated | |
| BetMGM, Caesars Entertainment | Not stated | Alberta targets spring or summer launch for regulated online casinos | Not stated | |
| PENN, theScore | Not stated | PENN applies to offer theScore Bet in Alberta ahead of market launch | Not stated | |
| Rush Street Interactive, BetRivers | Not stated | Rush Street Interactive targets Alberta BetRivers launch by Q2 or Q3 | Not stated | |
| BetRivers, Rush Street Interactive | Not stated | BetRivers opens Alberta pre-registration ahead of regulated market launch | Not stated |
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High 5 Games said it received supplier approval from the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission ahead of Alberta’s commercial iGaming market opening on 13 July 2026. The approval allows licensed operators in the province to offer its games, which were previously available there through Play Alberta.
FanDuel said it plans to launch online casino and sports betting services in Alberta on 13 July 2026, subject to final regulatory approval. The company also announced a C$80,000 community contribution and an Alberta content deal with Light & Wonder, both subject to the relevant approvals; it extended its Canadian Football League sponsorship to Alberta.
Reportedly, EveryMatrix has obtained approval to extend its business into Alberta. The province is preparing to become another regulated Canadian betting market.
DraftKings said it plans to offer online sports betting and casino in Alberta from the province’s anticipated 13 July market launch, subject to licensing and regulatory approval. The company has opened pre-registration, but it declined to clarify whether its Alberta plans include Golden Nugget Online Casino as well as DraftKings Sportsbook and Casino.
Caesars Entertainment said it has applied for an operator licence in Alberta and opened pre-registration ahead of the province's planned regulated market launch in mid-2026. The company intends to introduce Caesars Palace Online Casino, Caesars Sportsbook & Casino and Horseshoe Online Casino; the application is not a confirmed licence grant.